Which of the following is an example of an affirmative defense:
A) stare decisis
B) in rem jurisdiction
C) assumption of risk
D) all of the other specific choices are correct
E) none of the other specific choices are correct

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An affirmative defense is a legal argument where the defendant admits to the facts alleged by the plaintiff, but offers additional information or justification that defeats the plaintiff's claim. Assumption of risk is an example of an affirmative defense, as the defendant is admitting to participating in the activity that caused the harm, but argues that the plaintiff knew of the risks involved and voluntarily assumed them. Stare decisis and in rem jurisdiction are not affirmative defenses.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Affirmative